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Country Facts:
Germany vs. Sweden

Learn about the similarities and differences between Germany and Sweden by reviewing data on key indicators such as population, economy, energy, religion, language and many other relevant factors.

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Geography

Germany vs. Sweden - comparison of geographical features.

Country area

The surface area of Germany is 137 882 mi², while the surface area of Sweden is 173 860 mi². This means that the area of Sweden is 26.09% larger.

Statistics: Countries of the World Compared by Area
137 882 mi²
173 860 mi²

Coastline length

Germany has a coastline of 1 484.5 mi, while Sweden has a coastline of 1 999.6 mi.

1 484.5 mi
1 999.6 mi

Largest city

The largest city in Germany is Berlin, with a population of about 3 562 170 people. In contrast, the largest city in Sweden is Stockholm, where the population is 914 909.

3 562 170 ppl
914 909 ppl

Highest peak

The highest peak in Germany is Zugspitze, its height is 9 718 ft. The highest peak in Sweden is Kebnekaise, which rises to a height of 6 903 ft.

9 718 ft
Zugspitze
6 903 ft
Kebnekaise

Highest recorded temperature

In Germany, the highest temperature ever measured was 104.4°F and was recorded in Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg, while in Sweden the highest temperature was 100.4°F and was recorded in Ultuna, Uppsala County / Målilla, Kalmar County.

104.4°F
Gärmersdorf bei Amberg / Karlsruhe / March / Freiburg
100.4°F
Ultuna, Uppsala County / Målilla, Kalmar County

Lowest recorded temperature

In Germany, the lowest temperature ever measured was -50.6°F and was recorded in Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria, while in Sweden, the lowest temperature was -63.4°F and was recorded in Malgovik, Västerbotten County.

-50.6°F
Funtensee, Berchtesgadener Land, Bavaria
-63.4°F
Malgovik, Västerbotten County

Society

Germany vs. Sweden - comparison of aspects of social life.

Population

The population of Germany is about 83 783 942, while Sweden is home to 10 099 265 people.

Statistics: World Population by Country
83 783 942 ppl
10 099 265 ppl

Life expectancy

Life expectancy is 81.3 years in Germany and 82.6 years in Sweden.

81.3 years
82.6 years

Average age

The average age is 47.8 years in Germany and 41.1 years in Sweden.

47.8 years
41.1 years

Birthrate

The birth rate is -0.21% in Germany and 0.74% in Sweden.

-0.21%
0.74%

Literacy

Literacy is 99.0% in Germany and 99.0% in Sweden.

99.0%
99.0%

Language

In Germany, the main language is German, and in Sweden the primary language is Swedish.

german
swedish

Religion

In Germany, the main religion is Christianity; in Sweden, the main religion is Christianity.

christianity
christianity

Tourism

Foreign tourists in 2015

34 970 000 ppl
Ranking: 41/179
6 482 000 ppl
Ranking: 143/179

Economy

GDP per capita

Germany: 54 264 Int$. Sweden: 54 930 Int$.

54 264 Int$
Ranking: 45/194
54 930 Int$
Ranking: 154/194

Currency

Germany: Euro (EUR). Sweden: Swedish Krona (SEK).

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EUR
Euro
SEK
Swedish Krona

Practical information

Electricity

Electricity in Germany: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F). Electricity in Sweden: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, F).

230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F
230V 50 Hz
Plug type: C, F

Driving side

Germany has right-hand traffic, Sweden has right-hand traffic.

right-hand traffic
right-hand traffic

Useful when traveling

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Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: Germany - May, June, July, August; Sweden - June, July, August.

Traveler's essential: Tourist Season Around the World

Safety level

Scale from 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe)
Traveler's essential: Travel Safety Map
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2
Exercise a high degree of caution
Level 2

Visa requirements

For citizens of United States (Settings → Your Country)
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Visa not required
A visa is not required.
Visa not required
A visa is not required.

Expected daily budget for 1 person

B - backpacker's budget 1
T - tourist's budget 3
B79 USD - 96 USD
T130 USD - 167 USD
B55 USD - 70 USD
T135 USD - 186 USD

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